Losing Belly Fat – Finding the Motivation

Posted on September 1, 2010 by Joey

Maybe you’ve given up on losing serious weight. In fact, being healthy might even seem so far-fetched that it almost seems laughable these days.

If this is how you feel, rest assured that you’re not alone. But, you don’t have to give up, just because you’ve failed to lose weight in the past. You do have several options.

Most people who are seriously overweight have tried and failed to lose weight several times. Even though this can be emotionally disastrous, you can’t let it keep you from working toward your weight loss goals.

The truth is, hundreds of ways exist to lose weight. Maybe you just have to keep looking for the way that’s right for you.

If you’re committed to seriously losing weight, nothing can stop you except yourself. But, after all the disappointment, how do you know if you’re committed enough to lose the weight for good this time?

Well, try writing. If you can bring yourself to put your reasons for wanting to lose weight on paper, that’s a definite start. Also, be sure to set a deadline for when you’re going to start.

If you’re a good deal overweight and have little or no support system, talking to your doctor before you start a diet or exercise program might be an excellent idea. There are many benefits to this.

First of all, your doctor can tell you if you’re healthy enough to exercise, as well as advise you on the best kinds of food to eat for weight loss. Your doctor can also support you in your program, provide a good degree of accountability, and monitor your progress.

The bottom line is you must take in fewer calories than you burn off. Believe it or not, there are ways to do this that are almost painless.

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Belly Fat Loss – 3 Secrets To Losing Your Gut

Posted on August 25, 2010 by Joey

If you’re uncomfortable with the stuff that’s been gathering around your mid-section these days, you’re not alone. Obesity is on the rise. So, what can you do about it? Lots. Follow my advice and you’ll be able to see your feet again in no time.

Belly fat loss secret #1: Choose your friends wisely

Yes, your friends, and even your family can be the biggest hindrance to your weight loss goals. It’s not that they intentionally want you to fail, but your success can threaten their comfort. Let me explain. If those around you are also overweight, when you start to lose pounds, they feel like they no longer have an excuse to stay the way they are. If it’s your mate, they might feel threatened by all the attention you’re getting from the opposite sex.

Belly fat loss secret #2: Write it down

My brother did this. Without making any significant changes in his diet or exercise routine, he kept a journal, writing down everything he put into his body. He lost about 20 pounds in a month.

Belly fat loss secret #3: Stuff your face with veggies

It’s a fact that foods high in nutrients like green vegetables are more filling than junk or processed foods. For example, eating 200 calories of broccoli will fill you up much more than 200 calories of chips and soda.

Why is this important? Because if you’re full, you’re going to eat less. You might not even feel like you’re on a diet. And, if you do get hungry, just stuff your face with some celery or green beans, and it’s sure to go away.

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The Best Diet to Lose Weight – How 3 Small Changes Give You Big Results

Posted on August 19, 2010 by Joey

If you’re looking for a diet that works, here’s a little secret: They all do. Well, provided that they have you taking in fewer calories than you burn off. Here’s how making just 3 small changes in your life and diet can help you lose all the weight you want:

Know how many calories your body needs
First of all, you’ve got to know how many calories your body burns off as fuel every day. This is different for everybody, but you can get a good idea by visiting an online calorie calculator. Surprisingly, these are quite accurate.

Take in fewer calories than you need
When you have this number, start by subtracting 200. Eat this number of calories for a week. Preferably, eat foods high in nutrients, like green vegetables and lean protein. These foods fill you up, so you’ll end up eating fewer calories in the long run.

Also, lean protein has what is known as a high “thermic factor.” This means that for every 100 calories of lean protein you eat, about 30 of those calories are burned off while digesting the food.

Adjust as needed
If, at the end of this week, you haven’t lost any weight, subtract 100 more calories. Do this until you lose an average of about 1-2 pounds a week. If you want to eat more, you have a couple of choices.

You can either pig out on veggies like broccoli, or you can do some exercise. The veggies will fill you up, while the exercise will burn off the additional calories.

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